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This piece details my personal experiences and struggles with mental health, and how the concept of grit was detrimental to my overall health. At the end of the piece, I list some ways people can move forward and incorporate healthy habits into their routine, rather than being pressured by the grit trope.

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Jan 1st, 12:00 AM

Mental Health and Grit

This piece details my personal experiences and struggles with mental health, and how the concept of grit was detrimental to my overall health. At the end of the piece, I list some ways people can move forward and incorporate healthy habits into their routine, rather than being pressured by the grit trope.